Trail Name: Mt. Massive Ski and Snowshoe Trails

Distance: 17km of skate and classic trails, groomed daily

Elevation Gain: Minimal; golf course elevation is 9,860’

Activities: Non-motorized: Nordic ski, snowshoe

Overall Difficulty Rating: Green

Equipment: Rent equipment in downtown Leadville

Cost: Free

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Conditions: See the latest grooming report

WHY IT’S A GEM

At the Mt. Massive Golf Course Ski Trails, the easy terrain lets you focus on the scenery—and the scenery is amazing. The golf course trails offer open views of Mt. Elbert and Mt. Massive, Colorado’s two highest peaks, and the broad, scenic Upper Arkansas River Valley. The Links to Lake trails wind into the pines, with a glimpse of the wintry creek Lake Fork of the Arkansas River flowing through the forest. Starting at the clubhouse, you can make several fun and fairly flat loops on either trail. See a trail map.

The firm, fast snow is perfect for skate or classic skiing or snowshoeing. 

DIRECTIONS

259 County Road 5

Leadville, CO 80461

(About 4 miles from downtown Leadville, near Turquoise Lake)

PARKING

Free parking is available in the lot near the clubhouse.